Step 6: Test system

Fully test access to the portals. Create two test users with a family role and student role. Log in as the users and confirm that they are viewing the appropriate information for the role. Enter grades, assignments, etc. in the gradebook and ensure they are viewing the information you intend.

It is then recommended to open the portals with a pilot group. For example, use a small set of users who are parents and teachers. Give them access to the Family portal with a Family user role and have them access the portal and verify that they are able to view the appropriate areas.

After a small pilot group, some districts start with a second pilot group, such as one school or one grade. This ensures that the portal, user roles, and user accounts have been set up correctly. And if you need to make corrections after the test, this minimizes the number of users that are affected.

Contact Technical Services if you have questions.